The all-new 2008 BMW X6 is what the German automaker calls a sport activity vehicle or SAV. The X6 combines SUV off road capability with a sleek coupe design.
There are two engine choices for the 5-passenger X6. The base engine is a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 that develops 300 horsepower and 300 pound feet of torque. For those seeking more power, a 4.4-liter twin turbo V8 is available that churns out 400 horsepower and 450 pound feet or torque.
Both engines are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission with STEPTRONIC manual shift mode.
The X6 is the first vehicle to incorporate BMW's xDrive technology. This advanced form of full time all wheel drive can transfer power not only from front to rear axles, but from left to right for optimum grip when cornering.
Fuel economy for the inline-6 model is 15 miles per gallon city, 20 highway. The V8 gets 13 city, 18 highway.
Base MSRP for the 2008 BMW X6 is $52,500. An X6 xDrive50i model with full options can break $80,000. The X6 is backed by a 4-year, 50,000-mile power train warranty.
For those seeking the all-wheel-drive capability of an SUV, but in a sleeker package ideal for all of their "sport activities", look no further than the all-new 2008 BMW X6 SAV.